PON
is the second Polish breed that unfortunately seems to have become
extinct during WW-II. Specimens from the only functioning kennel, run by
Ms. R. Zoltkowska, were taken by the Germans and used in battle. Some
even received Iron Crosses (quite useless for dogs) in Norway for their
cleverness and intelligence.

Perhaps
there are still examples of this breed left in the country which are
deemed tomongrelize.

The
Polish Kennel Club would be grateful for notification of thoseareas wherelowland
sheepdogscould still be found. Furthermore, the PKC will extend
protection and help in the restoration of this useful breed to its due
place.
This
type of dog does not require much care, is very friendly,extremely

well
adapted to the lowland climate (better than the Tatra dog) and has an
excellent ability to work on farms. Smaller than the Tatra sheepdog (height
approximately 45 cm) the PON has a long,shaggy coat covering its head. The coat color is mostly white but
occasionally gray and dark gray.

This is ashort notice that attracted the attention of Dr. DanutaHryniewicz and resulted in restoration of the breed.